Venezuela Transnational Issues
Venezuela, a country rich in cultural heritage and natural resources, faces significant transnational challenges. As of 2024, the nation grapples with the displacement of 2,338 internally displaced persons and hosts 20,911 refugees, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Furthermore, Venezuela is identified as a major player in illicit drug production and transit, with a focus on becoming a major precursor-chemical producer by 2025. The country is also categorized under Tier 3 in the global fight against human trafficking, indicating a lack of substantial progress in meeting the minimum standards required for its eradication. These transnational issues underscore the complex socio-political landscape that Venezuela must navigate in the coming years.
Illicit drugs
USG identification
major illicit drug-producing and/or drug-transit country
major precursor-chemical producer (2025)
Trafficking in persons
tier rating
Tier 3 — Venezuela has not adequately achieved the minimum criteria for the eradication of trafficking and is making no advancements towards this goal, thus, Venezuela continues to be classified as Tier 3; for further information, visit: https://www.state.gov/reports/2025-trafficking-in-persons-report/venezuela/
Refugees and internally displaced persons
IDPs
2,338 (2024 est.)
refugees
20,911 (2024 est.)